Upgrade vs His House
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Upgrade
Upgrade, directed by Leigh Whannell, is a 2018 sci-fi thriller that channels cyberpunk themes through an action-horror lens. STEM, a black-market AI implant, assists a paralyzed man in seeking revenge after his wife's murder. The film is elevated by strong directorial choices and practical effects, but it falls short of true cyberpunk depth. The premise of technology offering agency to the margina...
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His House
His House is a masterclass in modern horror, following a refugee couple from South Sudan who struggle to adjust to their new life in an English town. They soon discover that their new home is haunted by an unspeakable evil. The film brilliantly uses the horror genre to explore themes of trauma, guilt, and the immigrant experience. With stellar performances and a suffocating atmosphere, it stands a...
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